Police seize heavy machinery, arrest suspects in illegal gold mining operation

KOHAT, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 10th Mar, 2026) The district police here on Tuesday launched a crackdown on illegal gold mining activities, arresting multiple suspects and seizing heavy machinery during an operation in the Shakardara area.

The action was carried out on the directives of District Police Officer (DPO) Shehbaz Elahi. A police team led by Station House Officer (SHO) Abid Waseem conducted the raid and detained several individuals allegedly involved in unlawful mining operations.

During the operation, police confiscated excavators, mining plants and several vehicles loaded with diesel and petrol.

Additional vehicles and equipment used for illegal extraction of gold were also taken into custody.

According to police spokesman, the suspects were carrying out unauthorized mining activities in the area.

Cases were registered against the suspect at the local police station, while further investigation was underway.

The DPO warned strict action against illegal mining and other criminal activities across the district.

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